This text by Pratchett reflects on the idea that a person's life is not just limited to the span of their existence, but also includes the impact they have on the world. The poem describes the final moments of a city and its inhabitants, including a copper who has reached the end of his life, and Granny Weatherwax, who is not dead but merely absent. The Luggage, a magical creature, also plays a role in the scene. Overall, the text encourages readers to consider the legacy they will leave behind and the ripples they will create in the world.